Question 1

what is the difference between gynecomastia male breast cancer?

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Benign vs malignant: Gynecomastia is a benign condition usually caused by drug abuse or prescription medications. On the other hand, male breast cancer is malignant and can spread through metastasis. Fortunately it is rare for males to develop breast cancer.

Question 2

how can you tell the difference between fat and gynecomastia?

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Exam: Usually a good exam can differentiate between fat and breast tissue which would be gynecomastia.

Question 3

what's the difference between gynecomastia and pseudogynecomastia ?

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Unknown: Gynecomastia results from an imbalance between Estradiol stimulation on male breast tissue and inhibition by testosterone.  By age 14, over half of all boys may have detectable gynecomastia which usually resolves spontaneously in the majority.  I have no knowledge of the term "pseudogynecomastia.".

Question 4

how can i tell the difference between gynecomastia and chest fat?

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Hard to tell: Male breast enlargement is usually due to a combination of excess breast tissue and too much fat. The breast tissue is usually located centrally under the nipple and feels a little more firm than the more peripheral fat. Treatment usually involves liposuction of the fat and direct excision of the breast tissue. You should be at or near your target weight before having this operation.

Question 5

happy july 4th doctors. what are sign and symptom differences between male gynecomastia and breast cancer in a 62 year-old male?

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: Both conditions are relatively rare. The first is usually bilateral and secondary to hormonal conditions. Signs and symptoms are an a painless enlargement of the breast

Question 6

very good morning doctors. what are typical noticeable differences between male breast cancer and gynecomastia?

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: Firstly Gynecomastia is generally on both sides while cancer on one. Ca of the breast in males is a rare condition . Gynecomastia is a smooth firm enlargement while Ca. is a hard nodule or lump. There are many other differences.

Question 7

does calcium d-glucarate reduce gynecomastia?

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Gynecomastia: As far as I know the medication is used in breast cancer but not in gynecomastia. You might see a plastic surgeon to reduce your breasts

Question 8

how do boys get gynecomastia?

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PRL, E2...puberty: Hi. If boys have new bilateral gynecomastia at 19, there's a problem with prolactin or estrogen. See your doctor.

Question 9

what is gynecomastia in males?

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Male breasts: Gynecomastia, or male breasts, can occur naturally in adolescence and usually resolves on its own.  They can  be due to some drugs or medications including marijuana and steroids;  or due to some diseases. Before having surgery to address gynecomastia, all causes should be ruled out to make sure no serious illnesses are being missed.

Question 10

when will gynecomastia go away?

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Surgery: Adjusting the endocrine levels during the first six months of gynecomastia development may help in its regression. However, after that time frame the breast tissue tends to remain and harden. This leaves surgery as the only treatment option. The surgical procedures include: gland excision, or gland excision accompanied by liposuction.

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